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Pipeline Construction Is Underway in Waukesha

Construction has begun in the Waukesha area marking a momentous milestone for the Great Water Alliance (GWA) and the program to bring a new water supply to Waukesha.

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The most recent articles on the Great Water Alliance and water resource management. This list will be constantly updated, so make sure to check back in.

FREEMAN: Utility could add ‘return flow charges’ to June bills

Waukesha Freeman Apr 20, 2018 Dave Fidlin Waukesha — Although the project is years off on [...]

FREEMAN: Preferred route picked for Lake Michigan water

Waukesha Freeman Apr 10, 2018 Cara Spoto Waukesha — The Waukesha Water Utility has selected a [...]

FREEMAN: Check for leak this week, says water utility

WAUKESHA — The Waukesha Water Utility is encouraging customers to check for leaks during this [...]

CBS 58: Milwaukee Mayor Barrett delivers 2018 State of the City Address

CBS 58 Feb 26, 2018 Tori Bokios Milwaukee — Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett delivers the State of [...]

FREEMAN: New Berlin farm spared after pipeline shifts routes

Residents, local readers express concerns about all three options through city Waukesha Freeman Feb 16, [...]

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Presentations and Postings

It is important to understand why Waukesha must secure a Lake Michigan water supply, so we’ve made several presentations available. Program development has included many organizations, so we’ve also posted key approvals and permits.

GWA Construction and Rate Projection Update - Common Council 10/18/22 Download

Great Lakes Compact Council Approval Download

Dept. of Natural Resources Wetland and Waterway Permit Download

UMC 2019 Facts, Science, and Common Sense Download

2018 WI-AWWA Navigating New Waters Download

2017 Root River Council Download

Partner Communities

Our efforts to bring a safe and sustainable water supply to Waukesha wouldn’t be possible without the collaboration and cooperation of our neighboring communities. Up-to-date information about how the new program may affect your community throughout the process will be shared here on our website, as well as in our e-newsletter.